Offshore Jobs for Electricians

Oil rig electrician nature of work

A rig electrician install,
maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and commission electrical
and electronic equipment and systems on oil rigs. The rig
electrician may also work on electrical transmission and
distribution equipment.

Oil rig electricians are employed by maintenance
departments of drilling and well servicing contractors and
by petroleum producing companies.

The oil rig electrician must follow the Electric Code.

Progression to supervisory positions is possible with
experience.

Oil rig electrician work conditions

The oil rig electrician usually work long hours
on extended roster systems and either outdoors in all
weather conditions or underground, usually as members of
teams or crews. The oil rig electrician work is generally
hard and physically demanding.

The oil rig electricians may work in dusty, dirty, hot, or
wet conditions, or in confined spaces and in other
uncomfortable places and have to stand for long periods. They
may also be required to work at heights on masts, towers and
roofs. Electricians risk injury from electrical shock, falls
and cuts. Rig electricians must be aware of safety regulations
and must often wear and use protective equipment to minimize
risks.

Read and interpret electrical, architectural and
mechanical diagrams, drawings or specifications to
determine wiring layouts for new or existing
installations

Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and
components to form circuits

If you are able to meet these requirements and you are
motivated to be part of highly motivated team of people please,
find out more about offshore jobs for electricians
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